Transits April 13 – 28 ~ Jupiter (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Keep the faith and count your reward Jupiter is in pada four of Purva Bhadrapada from April 13th 2022, as the planet of expansion and philosophy moves into its own sign of Pisces. Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti, or unique gift, of ‘The Power of Spiritual Fire’ gives you the promise of purifying old knowledge after the old has been purged and scorched away. […] April 3, 2022March 25, 2022
Transits April 12 – June 14 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Inner experience and mental clarity Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and self-denial, is in Vishakha pada three from April 12th 2022, as it makes its first steps into Libra. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so a personal triumph now comes through Ketu’s power of intuition and sensing an underlying atmosphere. You may succeed by an unusual path and […] April 2, 2022March 25, 2022
Transits April 12 – June 14 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ Fulfil your long-term desire Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, enters the first pada of Krittika nakshatra on April 12th 2022. This pada is in the final degrees of Aries, a shift of signs for Rahu, and a change of tone after eighteen months in earthy Taurus. You move into fierier and more impulsive territory, where you […] April 2, 2022March 29, 2022
Transits April 10 – 17 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ First inspiration then action The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini from April 10th until 17th. This double-border area extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms is known for a period of instability: your plans may fall in between […] April 1, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 8 – 14 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Find an instant answer Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on April 8th 2022. Ashwini stands for courage and energy, and its symbol of the Horse shows speed and power, while its Shakti, or special power, is for Quick Action. After a period of uncertainty ends, you rush to get on with […] March 30, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits April 6 – 18 ~ Venus (in Shatabhishak) ~ Heal your heart and mind Venus, planet of love and luxury, enters Shatabhishak on April 6th, the nakshatra contained within the sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak’s reputation for seeking solitude, along with its strong mystical quality may see you attracted to an otherworldly type, or someone with whom you share an interest in mystery and divination. This nakshatra is presided over by Varuna, […] March 29, 2022March 29, 2022
Transits April 6 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Go from intuition to impulse Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from April 6th to 9th 2022. This junction area translates to ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Revati through the first of Ashwini, bringing a quality of instability and karmic experience. It’s hard to commit […] March 28, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits April 1 – 8 ~ Mercury (in Revati) ~ Use your imagination and intellect Mercury, planet of communication and intelligence is in the nakshatra of Revati within the zodiacal sign of Pisces from April 1st to 8th 2022. Mercury’s natural mode is analysis and discrimination and it works in an unconventional style Pisces, and brings out your more intuitive and imaginative style. Your ability to solve problems by pure […] March 21, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits March 31 – April 13 ~ Sun (in Revati) ~ Giving insight and protection Sun, planet of self-expression is in the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces from March 31st to April 13th 2022. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Wealthy’ and promises fortune and fine personal qualities, which is particularly favourable for travellers and those on the road. You may have wanderlust, with visions of a faraway […] March 20, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits March 30 – April 13 ~ Jupiter (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Combine the big and small vision Jupiter is in pada three of Purva Bhadrapada from March 30th to April 13th 2022, in the Aquarius portion of this nakshatra. Purva Bhadrapada is an intense asterism with a link to burning and cleansing, and its Shakti, or special gift, of ‘The Power of Spiritual Fire’ gives you the promise of purifying old knowledge. […] March 20, 2022March 1, 2022
Your Career Insights One of the biggest questions people have is this: What should I actually do for my career to grow? Your Career Triggers For some, when they take initiative. For some, when they work with others. For some, when they step back and focus. Your chart shows exactly this. Your Career Triggers We’ve added a new […] Written by Align27 March 25, 2026March 25, 2026
Ugadi (Vedic New Year) – Parābhava Samvatsara (Prosperity) Rituals The name Yugadi or Ugadi is derived from the Sanskrit words yuga (age) and ādi (beginning): “the beginning of a new age”. It falls on “Chaitra Shudhdha Paadyami” or the first day of the bright half of the Vedic month of Chaitra. This year it falls on March 19/20. For local timings download the align27 […] Written by Align27 March 17, 2026March 17, 2026
May 29 – Jun 1 ~Jupiter, Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Fun and variety Mercury, planet of communication, is conjunct with romantic Venus and expansive Jupiter from May 29th to June 1st, 2026. This short transit combines both planetary friends and enemies in a complex mixture, where your thinking and relating take on a wider and more cosmopolitan tone. Mercury and Venus are firm planetary allies that work together […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 25 – Jun 2 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from May 25th to June 2nd 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This nakshatra’s mythical symbol of a Deer being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2026April 7, 2026
Vedic Astrology based Rituals for Radiant Skin Skin is the largest organ in our body, and skin issues primarily occur with a flared-up pitta dosha. According to Vedic Astrology, the skin is ruled by the planet Mercury. When Mercury is afflicted by Mars, Sun, or Ketu (the planets connected to the fire element), we are more prone to skin-related problems as they […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2024June 6, 2024